Obverse. Photo © Tóth Numizmatika
  • 750 Forint 1997, KM# 723, Hungary, 1998 Football (Soccer) World Cup in France
  • 750 Forint 1997, KM# 723, Hungary, 1998 Football (Soccer) World Cup in France
Description

The 1998 FIFA World Cup, hosted in France, marked a monumental milestone in football history. Paris, as one of the host cities, held a pivotal role in this prestigious tournament.

Running from June 10 to July 12, 1998, it was the 16th edition of the World Cup, featuring matches across various French cities and culminating in the final at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, a Parisian suburb. Thirty-two teams from around the globe vied for football supremacy, with the tournament delivering unforgettable moments, from spectacular goals to gripping matches and surprising upsets.

A defining highlight unfolded during the final match between Brazil and France in Paris. Led by captain Didier Deschamps and star player Zinedine Zidane, the French team showcased an exceptional performance, securing a 3-0 victory over Brazil to clinch their inaugural World Cup title. This historic win ignited jubilant celebrations throughout France, as millions of fans flooded the streets of Paris to revel in their team's triumph.

Engraver: György Kiss

Obverse

Depicts a ball soaring into a net, with the engraver's privy mark (KYY) situated in the bottom left corner. Positioned above the central motif is the inscription "Football World Championship" arched across. At the bottom center, the image of the Eiffel Tower separates the event date.

LABDARÚGÓ VILÁGBAJNOKSÁG
KYY
19 98

Reverse

Depicts a corner of a soccer goal, with the denomination visible within. Positioned in a semi-circle on the left edge and above is the country name (Hungarian Republic). Proceeding from left to right above the upper part of the goalpost are the engraver's privy mark, the year of issue, and the mint mark (BP), placed in succession.

MAGYAR KÖZTÁRSASÁG
KYY 1997 BP.
750
FORINT

Edge

750 Forint

Third Republic
KM# 723 Schön# 229 Adamo# EM148
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Silver
Fineness 0.500
Weight 10 g
Diameter 30 mm
Thickness 1.9 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Budapest Mint (BP)

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